$410,000

This remarkable cottage, built circa 1870 & fully restored 2014-2018, is a magical fusion of antique charm & 21st century livability. It will steal your heart & imagination. The residence was the original Batesville Elementary Schoolhouse, a cornerstone of Batesville's yesteryear & a contributing structure to the Batesville Historic District. Set on a sunny, elevated, private lot walkable to downtown Batesville via pathway, the property has been extensively planted with perennials & fruit trees, and features a large shed, easy to convert to a studio/workspace.Two porches have been screened & a deck added for outdoor living. The interior has 2 bedrooms, one bath, a quaint kitchen & an airy great room with ample living & dining space. The home has original 1800’s shiplap, heart pine floors, vaulted beamed ceilings, a metal roof & delightful character in every nook & cranny. Updates include: kitchen appliances(2024-25) ductless HVAC(2025), Jotul propane stove(2025), solar panels(2018), fully encapsulated crawl(2025), full house dehumidifier(2025). Currently lived in year round, this property is also an ideal weekend retreat. Become part of a special community where neighbors know one another as in days gone by! See Details in Docs.